Regional Director, Office Of Senator Edward J. Markey
Current- Act as the Senator’s liaison to all government, community, and labor organizations and leaders in region across four congressional districts (Merrimack Valley, North Shore, MetroNorth, and MetroWest)- Address regional priorities—such as environmental and transit justice, energy sustainability, and affordable, accessible healthcare—by facilitating communication between government offices and agencies, legislative staff, advocacy groups, and key local stakeholders- Speak frequently on… Show more - Act as the Senator’s liaison to all government, community, and labor organizations and leaders in region across four congressional districts (Merrimack Valley, North Shore, MetroNorth, and MetroWest)- Address regional priorities—such as environmental and transit justice, energy sustainability, and affordable, accessible healthcare—by facilitating communication between government offices and agencies, legislative staff, advocacy groups, and key local stakeholders- Speak frequently on the Senator’s behalf at civic meetings, rallies, panels, and other public events- Serve as the office’s in-state lead for transportation policy. In October 2022, I organized a Senate field hearing on safety concerns at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and secured several commitments to greater transparency from the MBTA.- Strategically propose and coordinate town halls, roundtables, and press conferences- Draft speeches, talking points, oversight letters, press releases, and press quotes on behalf of the Senator- Brief and accompany the Senator at in-state events and advise him on community, legislative, and political developments and concerns in region- Manage a team of four Senate interns- Conduct constituent casework related to transportation issues Show less